Mental Health Resources During an Emergency
Disaster situations and traumatic events can overwhelm our ability to cope. Often people experience anxiety, fear, helplessness and hopelessness. Know the signs and get help.
HOTLINES
If your life or someone else's is in imminent danger, please call 911
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
988 offers 24/7 access to trained counselors who can help people experiencing emotional distress. If you or someone you know needs crisis support, dial 988 at any time.
Crisis Text Line: Text GOT5 to 741741.
An anonymous texting service available 24/7. Starting a conversation is easy.
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline:: 1-800-985-5990
Provides 24/7 crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Domestic Violence: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233)
Advocates are available 24/7 to talk to anyone who is experiencing domestic violence, looking for information or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
RESOURCES FOR NEW YORKERS IMPACTED BY BUFFALO SHOOTING
A Message from the Commissioner
OMH Commissioner, Dr. Ann Marie T. Sullivan, addresses the tragic events that took place in Buffalo on May 14, 2022.
Webinar: Addressing Community Grief and Trauma in the Wake of the Buffalo Tragedy
Hosted by OMH, this presentation provides general information about the mental health effects of racism and violence, crisis response, and helping others cope with grief and trauma.
Webinar: Addressing Community Grief and Trauma Caused by Racism and Violence
A second community webinar hosted by OMH to help New Yorkers understand how to assist individuals, families, and youth coping with the grief and trauma caused by this horrific event.
Webinar: Helping Children, Youth, and Families Cope After Mass Violence
This webinar hosted by OMH addresses the needs of children and youth after the recent tragedies throughout the nation.
NYS Resource Page for Residents Impacted by Buffalo Shooting
This website offers immediate support to victims and all those impacted by the horrific events of May 14.
Buffalo Supermarket Mass Shooting Resources
Resources for the Buffalo Community collected by the University of Buffalo School of Social Work.
Coping with Grief Reminders
Reminders for people processing grief.
Helping Others Grieve
Supporting others through grief and trauma.
The Mental Health Effects of Racism
Highlighting the impact that racism has on individuals.
Trauma: What Parents Should Know
Signs and symptoms of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and what parents need to know.
Supporting Your Child in the Face of Trauma
Ways to help your child build resilience if they have experienced trauma.
Racism: Emotionally Supporting Your Child or Teen
Choosing to talk about race with your children is taking action. This resource offers guidance to consider, no matter where you are in your journey.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Information For Individuals and Families
Information For Healthcare Professionals
STATE AND NATIONAL RESOURCES
NYS Department of Health - Emergency Preparedness
NYS – Office of Emergency Management
SAMHSA Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery